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OPERATOR’S MANUALAIRLITE® SPC, SWIMMER

This manual must be carefully read by all persons who have or will have the responsibility for using or maintaining this product. Any warranties made by Crye Precision LLC with respect to this product are voided if the product is not used and maintained in accordance with the instructions in this manual. For any questions relative to the use or repair of this product, please write Crye Precision LLC or call 1-718-246-3838 during regular business hours.

• The external armor carrier offers no ballistic protection on its own and must be worn in conjunction with ballistic inserts in order for it to protect the wearer from ballistic threats.

• Holes or cuts in the external armor carrier may be indicative of damage to ballistic inserts. Inspect and replace damaged ballistic inserts immediately.

• Check the external carrier for conditions that could prevent the operation of emergency-doff systems. Carefully adhere to assembly instructions in this manual.

• The external armor carrier is not flame resistant unless specified elsewhere in this manual.

• Ballistic inserts that show no signs of damage must be replaced 5 years from date of purchase.

• DO NOT machine wash or dry clean the product. Exposure to detergents, bleach, or solvents may result in degradation and reduce the effectiveness of the product.

• Inspect the product for discoloration, cuts, tears, abrasions or cracks before and after each use.

• DO NOT alter the product in any way.

• DO NOT expose the product to open flame or excessive heat.

• All replacement parts must be acquired from Crye Precision LLC or a licensed distributor.

• The most current version of this manual may be found at www.cryeprecision.com.

• DO NOT use this product except in its intended manner.

The following are general safety warnings intended to call attention to fundamental performance limitations and areas of the product where proper usage must be followed. Failure to use and maintain the product according to the instructions and warnings contained herein may result in the product failing to perform as designed, and/or the persons relying on this product sustaining serious personal injury and/or death.

EQUIPMENT INFORMATION

INTRODUCTION ................................................................1

SYSTEM COMPONENTS ....................................................2

COMPONENT DESCRIPTIONS

AIRLITE® SPC, SWIMMER ...............................................................5

AIRLITE® STRUCTURAL CUMMERBUND .....................................6

AIRLITE® DETACHABLE FLAP, MOLLE .................................6

OPERATOR INSTRUCTIONS

INSTALLING AND ADJUSTING AIRLITE® STRUCTURAL

CUMMERBUND.................................................................................9

INSTALLING BALLISTIC PROTECTION.........................................11

ADJUSTING RIDE HEIGHT (SHOULDER STRAPS)..................12

DONNING AND DOFFING.....................................................13

EMERGENCY DOFFING PROCEDURE .................................. 14

OPTIONAL COMMON ACCESSORIES

3-BAND SKELETAL CUMMERBUND ........................................... 17

FRONT PANEL (AIRLITE® DETACHABLE FLAP, MOLLE) ......... 18

6” X 6” SIDE POUCH (AIRLITE® STRUCTURAL

CUMMERBUND) ............................................................. 19

LVS™ 6" X 6" / 6” X 9” TACTICAL SIDE CARRIER SET .......21

6” X 6” SIDE POUCH (FRONT CARRIER ATTACHMENT) .....22

AVS™ 6" X 6" / 6" X 9" SIDE ARMOR CARRIER SET ...........23

0THER SIDE ARMOR CARRIERS ......................................24

AIRLITE® CHEST RIG .....................................................25

AIRLITE® RADIO POUCH .................................................26

ZIP-ON PANEL (MOLLE, POUCH, AND PACK) ....................27

SIDE PULL MAG POUCH.............................................................. 28

CARE INSTRUCTIONS .......................................................... 30

CONTENTS

1 AIRLITE® SPC, SWIMMER

INTRODUCTION

FEATURES

� Easy 2-step emergency doffing capability

� Continuous 3D mesh interior panels for maximum comfort and ventilation

� Compatible with our zip-on panels (for use with sizes SMALL and MEDIUM only)

� Compatible with all our removable front flaps

� Vertical webbing loops on front carrier to support detachable chest rigs

� Quick attach side loops for add-on ballistic coverage

� Groin protection attachment points

� VELCRO® loop on back carrier for patches

� Vertical adjustment slots in rear allows for multiple height position of cummerbund

� Low-profile cummerbund attachment allows chest expansion and provides maximum sizing range.

� Made from AIRLITE®, our patented lightweight, strong, water-shedding material.

� Loops on the back of the shoulder straps to support small packs such as our AVS™ 1000 pack.

The AIRLITE® SPC (STRUCTURAL PLATE CARRIER), SWIMMER offers all the lightweight

mobility of our JPC™ while allowing the structural load support of our AVS™ & CPC™.

At just over one pound for the entire carrier, the AIRLITE® SPC, SWIMMER is an

ideal choice for all environments including maritime. It pairs with our patented

AIRLITE® STRUCTURAL CUMMERBUND system that allows pouches to be mounted

on both the inside and outside of the cummerbund. Also our SPS POUCHES can

simply slide onto the cummerbund without "molle-ing" them. The AIRLITE® SPC,

SWIMMER is compatible with our EXTENDABLE StKSS™ to reduce the load on the

shoulders and back. The AIRLITE® SPC, SWIMMER sheds unnecessary weight and

bulk while improving overall ventilation.

2EQUIPMENT INFORMATION

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AIRLITE® STRUCTURAL CUMMERBUND (SOLD SEPERATELY)3

4 AIRLITE® DETACHABLE FLAP, MOLLE (SOLD SEPERATELY)

SHOULDER STRAPS

NOTE: Compatible with other front flaps and cummerbunds. Check website for compatibility.

COMPONENT DESCRIPTIONS

AIRLITE® SPC, SWIMMER5 AIRLITE® SPC

COMPONENT DESCRIPTIONSVests are shown disassembled to depict the separate components. Images are not shown to scale.

REAR CARRIER The rear carrier expands to accommodate

a wide range of armor thicknesses (1/4"

through 1-1/4"). Attachment cutouts on

outer surface of vest. Side attachment loops

allow for attaching 6" X 6" plate pouches.

Padded ventilation panel on inner surface

for comfort.

FRONT CARRIERThe front carrier expands to accommodate

a wide range of armor thicknesses (1/4"

through 1-1/4"). Stretch shoulder covers

open for cord management. VELCRO®

front panel allows the attachment of

AIRLITE® DETACHABLE FLAP, MOLLE or AVS™

detachable MOLLE or mag panels. Side

attachment loops allow for attaching

6" X 6" plate pouches. Padded ventilation

panel on the inner surface for comfort.

6COMPONENT DESCRIPTIONS

AIRLITE® DETACHABLE FLAP, MOLLE(SOLD SEPERATELY)

Accepts all MOLLE style pouches while

securing the cummerbund.

AIRLITE® STRUCTURAL CUMMERBUND(SOLD SEPERATELY)

The lightweight semi-rigid structure is

compatible with our EXTENDABLE STKSS™

to fully support the weight of the SPC™.

Pouches can be mounted on the inside

or outside of the cummerbund. Our SPS

POUCHES can simply slide directly over it.

Elastic mounting cords are included (not

pictured).

OPERATORS INSTRUCTIONS


INSTALLING AND ADJUSTING AIRLITE® STRUCTURAL CUMMERBUNDTo install and adjust the AIRLITE® STRUCTURAL CUMMERBUND, perform the following steps:

Using the included elastic cord, weave together the ends of the

AIRLITE® STRUCTURAL CUMMERBUND from top to bottom in a zigzag

pattern.

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If lower placement is desired, the cummerbund may be moved

down one row and routed through lower loops located at the

bottom of the carrier.

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Lay the rear carrier flat as pictured. Insert the cummerbund ends

behind the zipper through the openings in the side of the carrier.

Feed the ends through the openings and push toward the center

of the carrier. Ensure that the loop panels of the cummerbund are

facing away from wearer. Repeat the same process for the other side.

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If additional cummerbund size is required, the cummerbund

ends can be tied to the MOLLE panel in a similar zigzag weaving

pattern, as pictured. A second set of elastic cord is included for

this configuration.

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Tie a knot in the elastic cord to secure the weave. The extra

slack of the elastic cord can be tightened or loosened in order to

accommodate personal preference. Pull the cummerbunds apart to

ensure the weave and knot are secure.

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INSTALLING BALLISTIC PROTECTIONTo install ballistic protection, perform the following steps:

Lay the carrier flat as shown. Open the bottom edge of the plate

pocket.

Insert ballistic protection. AIRLITE® SPC, SWIMMER supports up to

1-1/4" plates. If inserting plates, the concave side of the plate

should be facing towards body when the vest is worn. Insert soft

armor behind the plate (between plate and body) if non-standalone

plates are being used.

Secure plate into position by closing bottom edge of the carrier.

Repeat for the other carrier.

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ADJUSTING RIDE HEIGHT (SHOULDER STRAPS)To adjust the ride height of the AIRLITE® SPC, SWIMMER, perform the following steps:

The vertical position of the ballistic plates (ride height) is set by

adjusting the length of the shoulder straps. To change the ride

height, begin by removing the shoulder cover.

For a lower ride height, detach the straps and reattach them so

that they are farther apart. Repeat for the other shoulder strap. Try

on the vest to check for the proper plate height and vest comfort.

Once satisfied with the adjustment, replace the shoulder cover.

For a higher ride height, detach the straps and reattach them so

that they are closer together. Repeat for the other shoulder strap.

Try on the vest to check for proper plate height and vest comfort.

Once satisfied with the adjustment, replace the shoulder cover.

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DONNING AND DOFFINGTo don and doff the AIRLITE® SPC, SWIMMER perform the following steps:

Place the vest over head, centering both front and back panels on

the body. Ensure that the vest feels secure and fits comfortably. If

adjustments are required, see previous page.

If using AIRLITE® STRUCTURAL CUMMERBUND, insert tip of

cummerbund into channel on carrier behind hook panel.

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Attach the hook panels of the cummerbund to the loop panels of

the front carrier.

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If using AIRLITE® STRUCTURAL CUMMERBUND, the elastic cord(s)

should stretch under some tension to ensure that the cummerbund

will not shift during movement.


Grab the cummerbund handles along each side of the front carrier.

NOTE: While best to pull both sides, simply pulling one

cummerbund handle and the corresponding shoulder toggle is

generally all that is required for the vest to fall away.

Pull out and away, releasing the cummerbund from the carrier.

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Grab the toggles on one or both shoulder straps on top of the front

carrier.

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Pull in a downward motion, peeling the front shoulder straps away

from the back, releasing the front carrier from the back carrier.

NOTE: While best to pull both sides, simply pulling one

cummerbund handle and the corresponding shoulder pull is

generally all that is required for the vest to fall away.

EMERGENCY DOFFING PROCEDURETo emergency doff the AIRLITE® SPC, SWIMMER, perform the following steps:


3-BAND SKELETAL CUMMERBUNDAIRLITE® SPC, SWIMMER is compatible with the 3-BAND SKELETAL CUMMERBUND, installation is shown below.

Lay rear carrier flat as shown. Insert cummerbund ends through

three openings near the side edges of the carrier. Ensure that loop

panels of cummerbund are facing up. Repeat for other side.

Using included elastic cord, weave together the ends of the 3-BAND

SKELETAL™ CUMMERBUND from the top to the bottom in a zigzag

pattern.

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Tie a knot in the elastic cord to secure the weave. The extra slack

of the elastic cord can be tightened or loosened to accommodate

personal preference. Pull the cummerbund apart to ensure that the

weave and knot are secure.

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If additional cummerbund size accommodation is required, the

cummerbund ends can be tied to the MOLLE panel (as pictured)

in a similar weaving zigzag pattern. A second elastic cord is

included for this configuration.

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FRONT PANEL (AIRLITE® DETACHABLE FLAP, MOLLE)AIRLITE® SPC, SWIMMER is compatible with AVS™ front panels. The AIRLITE® DETACHABLE FLAP, MOLLE installation is shown below.

Flip the panel over and place it over the front of the carrier. Route

all four attachment straps through the cut slots above the main

loop panel on the front platebag and pull the straps out of the

bottom cut slots.

Fold the flap ends back over to mate with the hook on the

platebag.

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Close the slip pocket and flip the panel over to lay flat on the

platebag.

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Completed installation. The panel can be secured using button tab

on bottom edge of the platebag.


6” X 6” SIDE POUCH (AIRLITE® STRUCTURAL CUMMERBUND)To install the 6” X 6” SIDE POUCH to the AIRLITE® STRUCTURAL CUMMERBUND, perform the following steps:

Lay the cummerbund flat as shown.

Position the side plate pouch under the

cummerbund. Ensure that the pouch

opens towards the bottom edge of

cummerbund. The pouch can be installed

at any desired location along the AIRLITE®

STRUCTURAL CUMMERBUND.

Weave the pouch's hook strap back and

forth through the webbing openings of

the cummerbund and the webbing of the

pouch to secure.

NOTE: Weaving the strap between the two

layers of the cummerbund retains the

ability to attach additional MOLLE items

on the outside of the cummerbund.

TIP: It may be helpful to twist the straps

over while weaving them through the

webbing. This will prevent the hook and

loop panels from catching until the strap

is in its upright position.

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To install ballistic protection, turn over

the cummerbund with the pouch installed

and open the plate pocket. Insert ballistic

protection and close the pocket.

Don the vest to check that the side pouch

is securely fastened to the cummerbund.

Ensure that the placement of the pouch is

correct. Make any necessary adjustments.

Repeat for the other side of vest if desired.

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Place cummerbund on pouch, as shown. Weave straps in over-under fashion.

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Complete this for all straps and snap tabs at end of straps.

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Completed set up.

LVS™ 6" X 6" / 6" X 9" TACTICAL SIDE CARRIER SET To install the LVS™ 6" X 6" / 6" X 9" TACTICAL SIDE CARRIER SET to the AIRLITE® STRUCTURAL CUMMERBUND, perform the following steps:

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Secure the pouch to the loops by weaving

the straps through the webbing on the

pouch. Secure the straps to the hook and

loop panels.

TIP: It may be helpful to twist the straps

over while weaving them through the

webbing. This will prevent the hook and

loop panels from catching until the strap

is in its upright position.

6” X 6” SIDE POUCH (FRONT CARRIER ATTACHMENT)To install the 6” X 6” SIDE POUCH to the AIRLITE® SPC, SWIMMER perform the following steps:

Lay the front carrier flat as shown. Open

the front flap of the carrier. Locate the

two webbing loops on the side edge of the

carrier. Position the side pouch so that the

straps face toward the attachment loops.

Open the straps of the side pouch and

insert them through the loops as shown.

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AVS™ 6" X 6" / 6" X 9" SIDE ARMOR CARRIER SET To install the AVS™ 6" X 6" / 6" X 9" SIDE ARMOR CARRIER SET to the AIRLITE® STRUCTURAL CUMMERBUND, perform the following steps:

Slide cummerbund under vertical pouch webbing.

Lay cummerbund and pouch (with webbing and hook) face up.

Slide pouch to desired position and mate loop on back of

cummerbund with hook on side armor pouch.

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OTHER SIDE ARMOR CARRIERSTo install other side armor carriers perform the following steps:

The carrier can be installed anywhere

along AIRLITE® STRUCTURAL CUMMERBUND.

Attach side armor carriers using the

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AIRLITE® CHEST RIGTo install a AIRLITE® CHEST RIG to the AIRLITE® SPC, SWIMMER, perform the following steps:

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Connect front of chest rig to front of vest using quick release

buckles.

Connect waist strap.

Completed set up.


AIRLITE® RADIO POUCHThe AIRLITE® RADIO POUCH requires the use of the front flap. Perform the following steps to install the pouch:

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Pouch can be adjusted horizontally or vertically for comfort.

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Close front flap.

Lift front flap of carrier and find approximate position of where you

want your pouch.

Place radio pouch on main loop body of carrier.

NOTE: If using the SPC™ place open slot of radio pouch over

opening for structural cummerbund.

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ZIP-ON PANEL (MOLLE, POUCH, AND PACK)Three zip-on panels are available for use with the AIRLITE® SPC, SWIMMER: MOLLE, pouch, and pack zip-on panels (for use with sizes SMALL and

MEDIUM only). The pack zip-on panel is shown below.

Flip the zip-on panel over and place it in front of the back carrier.

Weave the straps through the MOLLE webbing. Repeat for the two

straps on the top and bottom.

Align the zipper and slide it all the way down on the back carrier.

Repeat for the zipper on the other side.

Make sure to snap the straps into place.

The zip-on panel should now be set securely in place.

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AIRLITE® SPC


SIDE PULL MAG POUCHPerform the following steps to install the pouch:

Insert the side pull mag pouch, aligning the VELCRO® of the

pouch with that of the carrier.

Close the carrier onto itself, sealing the side pull mag pouch to

the carrier.

Completed set up.

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CARE INSTRUCTIONSCare instructions must be read prior to each use.

Do not machine wash or dry clean. Remove dirt by using a cloth or soft brush. Hand wash carrier with warm water and cloth or soft brush.

Air dry indoors or in shade. Do not apply iron or any heat to the vest.


NOTES

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ABOUT USCrye Precision designs and manufactures

truly innovative equipment for America’s

fighting forces. We are proud and honored

to serve our customers' needs. We spend

as much time as we can with users,

continuously incorporating their experience

and feedback into the gear. We give them

our full support and are indebted to them

for their service and their sacrifice. We make

uncompromising gear for uncompromising

individuals. We work hard to provide smart,

high-performance, long-wearing gear for

people who demand the best. We make

all of our gear in America from American

materials. Every item is designed to help

you perform better.

WARRANTYIf a defect in materials or workmanship is

found in any of our products, we will repair

or replace it, free of charge, for the lifetime

of the product. This excludes normal wear

and tear. Be aware that the customer is

responsible for any and all return shipping

charges. This applies to the original purchaser

and is nontransferable.

BODY ARMORIt is against Federal Law for a person

convicted of a violent felony to purchase

or possess body armor. In addition, various

states also have laws restricting the purchase

or possession of body armor by persons

convicted of certain felonies, other crimes

of violence, or drug crimes. By purchasing

body armor, you acknowledge and certify

that (i) you have no felony convictions, (ii)

you have not been convicted of any other

crime that would restrict your ability to

purchase or possess body armor under any

Federal or State law, (iii) you do not intend

to use the body armor for any criminal

purpose and (iv) you are over 18 years old.

Crye Precision reserves the right, in its sole

discretion, to refuse to sell body armor to any

person. Additionally, the sale of body armor

to residents of Connecticut is restricted to

in-person sales, unless the sale is made to

certain law enforcement or military personnel.

We require that all orders of body armor be

accompanied by a government issued photo

identification.

CONTACT INFOCrye Precision LLC

Brooklyn Navy Yard

63 Flushing Ave Unit 252

Building 128B

Brooklyn, NY 11205

Phone: 1.718.246.3838

Fax: 1.718.246.3833

[email protected]

www.cryeprecision.com

COPYRIGHT© 2019 Crye Precision LLC. AIRLITE® SPC,

SWIMMER and the ‘CP’ logo are trademarks

of Crye Precision LLC.

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